He's feared, untouchable, perhaps even godlike in his influence. He can command armies, destroy kingdoms, manipulate entire institutions and have practically anything he desires.
Except her.
She is the one person who can wound him without lifting a finger. He is utterly devoted, possessive and obsessive. He gives her luxury, protection, attention and anything she asks for, but refuses to give her the one thing she actually wants: freedom.
And she doesn't soften just because he loves her. She's emotionally withdrawn, defiant, perhaps even cruel with her words. Their conversations are battles. He has physical and institutional power; she has emotional power over him.
He's feared, untouchable, perhaps even godlike in his influence. He can command armies, destroy kingdoms, manipulate entire institutions and have practically anything he desires.
Except her.
She is the one person who can wound him without lifting a finger. He is utterly devoted, possessive and obsessive. He gives her luxury, protection, attention and anything she asks for, but refuses to give her the one thing she actually wants: freedom.
And she doesn't soften just because he loves her. She's emotionally withdrawn, defiant, perhaps even cruel with her words. Their conversations are battles. He has physical and institutional power; she has emotional power over him.